How to Calm Your Nervous System for Better Health with Dr. Cathleen King

In today's episode of The Root Cause Medicine Podcast, Dr. Carrie Jones sits down with Dr. Cathleen King to explore how supporting nervous system health may play a role in overall well-being, stress management, and resilience. You'll hear us discuss: Why the nervous system plays a key role in overall function How trauma and stress may contribute to physical symptoms The connection between nervous system regulation and overall well-being Steps that may support nervous system balance and resilience How breath work and vagal tone can influence relaxation and stress response Dr. Cathleen King is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and a qualified Neuroplasticity Educator who has personally navigated the challenges of complex trauma and illness. As the founder of Primal Trust, she developed a unique approach that combines top-down brain retraining with bottom-up somatic and vagus nerve support. Featured in The Inside Effects documentary as a thought leader in mind-body wellness, Dr. King has guided thousands of clients and health professionals in techniques to support brain function and nervous system regulation. Guest Details: Dr. Cathleen King's LinkedIn , Facebook , Instagram , YouTube Primal Trust’s Website Nervous System Dysregulation Quiz Rupa Health Details: Rupa Health's Website , LinkedIn , Instagram , YouTube Rupa Health Reference Guide & Magazine Dr. Carrie Jones Website , Instagram , Facebook & TikTok Timestamps 03:41 - What Sets Off Your Nervous System 05:15 - Understanding Your Body’s Command Center 07:06 - Why You Can't Rest and Fight at the Same Time 13:04 - How Chronic Illness and Trauma May Be Connected 18:10 - Scientific Insights into Nervous System Regulation 21:16 - The Role of the Vagus Nerve in Supporting Health 24:57 - How Different Breathing Practices May Affect Your Nervous System 29:40 - Brain Retraining: What It Is and How It Works 35:34 - The Right Time to Incorporate Somatic Practices 38:56 - Inside the Primal Trust Program 41:16 - Simple Steps to Start Your Path to Better Well-being 42:32 - Where to find Dr. Cathleen King